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Movies We Like with Andy Nelson & Pete Wright invites you inside the minds of Hollywood's finest artists as they share their favorite films and reveal the hidden magic that inspires their own award-winning work. Ever wonder how a cinematographer experiences Apocalypse Now? Or what a costume designer sees in Amélie that you might have missed?Each episode peels back the curtain on a beloved film through the unique lens of someone who's dedicated their life to the craft of moviemaking. Our guests include:Oscar-winning costume designersRenowned cinematographersInnovative production designersAward-winning editorsAccomplished actorsAnd other film industry virtuososWhether you're a die-hard cinephile or simply curious about how movies really get made, Movies We Like offers an education you won't find in film school.Release Schedule:<ul
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- 2 days ago58 min
Cinematographer Nicole Hirsch Whitaker on The Conformist
Cinematographer Nicole Hirsch Whitaker, ASC was in the tenth grade when her English teacher screened “The Conformist” on a film print. A single scene—a car moving through trees, shot by Vittorio Storaro—changed the direction of her life. Now an Emmy-nominated cinematographer with credits spanning Netflix’s record-breaking “One Piece” and the Spirit Award-nominated feature “Dust Bunny,” Nicole brings a career built on visual intelligence to Bernardo Bertolucci’s 1970 psychological thriller.Andy Nelson and Pete Wright dig into Storaro’s color-as-psychology approach, the fascist architecture that makes bodies feel small on screen, and the forest sequence that echoes across decades into the Coen brothers and Roger Deakins. Nicole also talks about the 3:1 aspect ratio on “Dust Bunny” and why scope is worth fighting for in a world designed for phone screens. Her word for “The Conformist”: elegant darkness.🎥 Watch Our Full Conversation on YouTube🎬 Watch & DiscoverWatch “The Conformist”: Apple TV | Amazon | Letterboxd | TrailerWhat to Listen to Next:Costume Designer Jenny Beavan on The Leopard—Italian cinema; visual and moral counterpoint to The ConformistCinematographer Paul Cameron on Apocalypse Now—follow Storaro’s influence furtherOnce Upon a Time in the West on The Next Reel—Bertolucci’s fingerprints on a Leone film🔓 The movie ends. The conversation goes further. Become a member.🎧 Members get this episode early and ad-free in their private feed—plus every show in The Next Reel family. Support The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next ReelSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Andy | PeteShop & Stream:Merch Store: Apparel, stickers, mugs & moreWatch Page: Buy/rent films we've discussedOriginals: Source material from our episodes</li
- May 18, 20261h 18m
Production Designer Roger Fires on The Exorcist
Roger Fires is a production designer—”Nobody”, “Violent Night”, “Psycho Killer”—and one of the films he loves most is William Friedkin’s “The Exorcist” (1973). He first encountered it not in a theater but through a wall as a child in Brazil, told not to watch and so he listened in the dark. That experience kept him away for nearly twenty years. At thirty he finally watched it and fell completely in love—and the specificity of that arc is what makes this conversation worth your time.Andy and Pete dig into what Roger calls the “unnoticeably good” standard: the refrigerated set, the spatial geometry, the window that marks two deaths and carries the film’s entire theological argument. They cover what makes Friedkin’s approach—dread over spectacle, religious drama over horror movie—still impossible to replicate, and Roger talks about his work on “Psycho Killer” and the “Scrubs” reboot along the way. 🎥 Watch on YouTube🎬 Watch & DiscoverWatch Psycho Killer: Apple TV | Amazon | LetterboxdWatch The Exorcist: Apple TV | Amazon | LetterboxdWhat to Listen to Next:The Next Reel — The Exorcist—Andy and Pete’s full discussion of the film as part of the Ellen Burstyn seriesSitting in the Dark — Possessed!—Pete's demons-and-possession episode with Lester and Kynan of The Exorcist Minute as guestsMovies We Like — Kevin Conran on The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai—keep going with production designers on films they loveMembership🔓 The movie ends. The conversation goes further. Become a member.🎧 Members get this episode early and ad-free in their private feed—plus every show in The Next Reel family. Support The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next ReelSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Andy | PeteShop & Stream:<a href
- Apr 20, 20261h 13m
Producer/Writer Josh Hyams on The Thing
"Nobody... nobody trusts anybody now, and we're all very tired.”Producer/writer Josh Hyams joins hosts Andy Nelson and Pete Wright to discuss The Thing, directed by John Carpenter. When it opened in June 1982, audiences weren't ready for it—it bombed against E.T. and was widely dismissed, even as its atmosphere of paranoia played out on screen. Decades later it's considered a landmark of practical effects filmmaking and one of the great ensemble horror films ever made. Hyams—whose BAFTA-nominated Mr. Burton is now in US release—has loved this film since seeing it at an outdoor cinema in Greece as a child. He brings a filmmaker's eye to Rob Bottin's creature work, Morricone's bare and atmospheric score, and a film that, as he puts it, "draws you in, it doesn't patronize you—it is a grown-up, cerebral, well-told horror film that takes its time." Forty years on, it's earned every word of that.🎬 Watch & Discover👤 Meet Josh Hyams: IMDb🍿 Watch The Thing: Apple TV | Amazon | Letterboxd🍿 Watch Mr. Burton: Apple TV | Amazon | Letterboxd📽️ The Thing — Original Theatrical Trailer📽️ Mr. Burton — Official Trailer📚 Adapted from Who Goes There? by John W. Campbell Jr.▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube🎧 More from The Next Reel FamilyThe Next Reel on The ThingCinema Scope — 1950s Science Fiction (incl. The Thing from Another World)The Next Reel on The Spy Who Came in from the ColdCinema Scope — British New Wave (incl. Look Back in Anger) Support The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next ReelSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: <em
- Mar 16, 202648 min
Costume Designer Jenny Beavan on The Leopard
“If we want things to stay as they are, things will have to change.”Costume designer Jenny Beavan joins hosts Andy Nelson and Pete Wright to discuss The Leopard, directed by Luchino Visconti—the landmark 1963 epic that showed her what period design could be.A three-time Oscar winner whose career spans A Room with a View, Mad Max: Fury Road, and Cruella, Beavan traces The Leopard back to a Soho cinema in the late sixties and the influence of a mentor who kept returning to what Piero Tosi achieved there. "He was obsessive, Piero Tosi. I don't think he was happy because it was never perfect enough. But he was one of the most incredible costume designers ever." The conversation also moves through her recent Nicholas Hytner film The Choral and the challenge of building an authentic world on nearly nothing—which turns out to be its own kind of craft lesson.Watch the conversation on YouTubeWatch & Stream The Leopard — Apple TV · Amazon · Letterboxd · TrailerAbout Jenny Beavan IMDb · InstagramReferenced in This Episode Elgar's The Dream of Gerontius — 1968 recording, Adrian Boult, Coventry CathedralSource Material The Leopard by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa — AmazonIf You Enjoyed This Conversation The Next Reel — Mad Max series The Film Board — Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Movies We Like — Costume Designer Deborah L. Scott on The Mission Movies We Like — Costume Designer Alana Morshead on Never Let Me Go Support The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next ReelSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Andy | PeteShop & Stream:Merch Store: Apparel, stickers, mugs & more<a href="https://coda.io/@trustoryfm/the-next-
- Feb 16, 20261h 11m
Filmmaker Miguel Ángel Ferrer on The Sea Inside
“The person who really loves me will be the one who helps me die. That's love, Rosa. That's love.”Filmmaker Miguel Ángel Ferrer joins Andy Nelson and Pete Wright to talk about Alejandro Amenábar’s The Sea Inside, a film that shaped how Miguel thinks about life, death, and the power of cinema.Miguel—director of The Shadow of the Sun, a moving new film about two estranged brothers chasing an impossible dream—shares the personal story of discovering The Sea Inside in an almost-empty theater, and why it remains unforgettable.“This man, through wanting to die, shows everybody around him how to truly live. You can’t know the beauty of what you have if you don’t know the finite nature that it has.”From survival and dignity to filmmaking as perseverance, Miguel reflects on stories that inspire, challenge, and remind us not to take life for granted.🎬 Watch & DiscoverWatch this full conversation on YouTubeMiguel Ángel Ferrer (IMDb • Instagram • Threads)Miguel’s new film: The Shadow of the Sun — Official Website • Trailer • Behind the Scenes • Letterboxd • Instagram • ThreadsMiguel’s pick: The Sea Inside — Watch (Apple TV / Amazon) • Trailer • LetterboxdIf you like these movies, check out these conversations:▸ The Next Reel: The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (episode) • Foreign Language Best Picture Nominees (series)▸ Movies We Like: Special Effects Supervisor Chris Reynolds on Cinema Paradiso Support The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next ReelSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Andy | PeteShop & Stream:Merch Store</s
- Jan 19, 20261h 11m
Producer/Director Bill Banowsky on O Brother, Where Art Thou?
“I’m a Dapper Dan man!”Producer/Director Bill Banowsky joins Andy Nelson and Pete Wright to discuss O Brother, Where Art Thou? from Joel Coen, reflecting on both the film's enduring appeal and his own fascinating journey through the film industry. As co-founder of Magnolia Pictures and developer of smart house theaters, Banowsky brings unique insight to this beloved Coen Brothers comedy while also discussing his new documentary A Savage Art: The Life & Cartoons of Pat Oliphant."I think we need more films like O Brother, Where Art Thou?. You gotta find story-driven films, not technology-driven films, to save this business," says Banowsky, whose career spans from law to founding smart house theaters to directing documentaries.🎬 Watch & Discover📺 Watch the raw episode on YouTube👤 Meet Bill Banowsky: IMDb | Website🎟️ Check out Sky Cinemas in Santa Fe, NM🍿 Watch O Brother, Where Art Thou?: Apple TV | Amazon | Letterboxd | Trailer🍿 Watch A Savage Art: The Life & Cartoons of Pat Oliphant: Apple TV | Amazon | Letterboxd | Trailer📚 Read The Odyssey by Homer Support The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next ReelSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Andy | PeteShop & Stream:Merch Store: Apparel, stickers, mugs & moreWatch Page: Buy/rent films we've discussedOriginals: Source material from our episodesSpecial o
- Dec 22, 202559 min
Cinematographer Mattias Nyberg on Mulholland Drive
Exploring Perspective Through the LensLondon-based cinematographer Mattias Nyberg joins Movies We Like hosts Andy Nelson and Pete Wright to discuss David Lynch's Mulholland Drive. Drawing from his recent work on Amazon/MGM's The Girlfriend, Nyberg explores how Lynch and cinematographer Peter Deming created one of cinema's most compelling psychological thrillers through innovative perspective shifts and unsettling camera techniques.Nyberg's path to cinematography began unusually—as a professional hockey player in rural Sweden before discovering film during a temporary stay in London. Now a governor of the British Society of Cinematographers, his work on projects like The Girlfriend and Netflix's The Decameron demonstrates his mastery of visual storytelling through careful camera placement and measured pacing, particularly in building tension.The conversation delves into how Mulholland Drive masterfully manipulates audience perspective, with Nyberg offering technical insights about Deming's subtle camera movements and Lynch's unconventional shot choices. Through seemingly disconnected scenes and dreamlike sequences, the film creates an atmosphere of sustained unease that deepens rather than diminishes its impact. Nyberg connects these techniques to his own work on The Girlfriend, particularly in how camera positioning and sustained shots can build tension more effectively than rapid cutting.In both works, we see how thoughtful cinematography can elevate storytelling beyond conventional narrative into psychological complexity. Nyberg's deep appreciation for Mulholland Drive and its influence on contemporary television reveals how cinema's visual language continues to evolve while remaining rooted in the power of patient, confident camera work.🎬 Watch & Discover🎞️ Watch our raw conversation on YouTube👤 Meet Mattias Nyberg: Website | Instagram | IMDb🍿 Watch the Film: Apple TV | Amazon | Letterboxd👩 Check Out The Girlfriend on Amazon📽️ Original Theatrical Trailer Support The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next ReelSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Andy | PeteShop & Stream:<a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/trustoryfm/albums/46052-the-next-reel-film-po
- Nov 24, 20251h 12m
Cinematographer Marcus Patterson on Days of Heaven
“Nobody's perfect. There was never a perfect person around. You just have half-angel and half-devil in you.”Cinematographer Marcus Patterson joins Movies We Like hosts Andy Nelson and Pete Wright to discuss Terrence Malick's 1978 masterpiece Days of Heaven. Drawing from his own experience shooting the anthology film Sunfish (& Other Stories on Green Lake), Patterson explores how Malick and cinematographers Néstor Almendros and Haskell Wexler crafted one of cinema's most visually stunning achievements through their innovative use of natural light and magic hour photography.Patterson's journey to cinematography wasn't direct – he tried acting, writing, and editing before discovering his passion behind the camera. Starting with short films in Alabama, he developed his craft through countless projects before moving to Los Angeles. His work on Sunfish demonstrates his ability to capture intimate human moments while maintaining a painterly approach to composition and lighting, particularly in natural settings.The conversation explores how Days of Heaven revolutionized the use of natural light in cinema, with Patterson offering technical insights about how Almendros and Wexler achieved their remarkable images. Through Linda Manz's narration, the film presents its tragic love triangle from a child's perspective, creating emotional distance that heightens rather than diminishes its impact. Patterson connects these techniques to his own work on Sunfish, particularly in capturing the languid atmosphere of lake life and the delicate interplay of light and water.In both films, we see how careful attention to natural light and composition can elevate storytelling beyond mere narrative into the realm of visual poetry. Patterson's deep appreciation for Days of Heaven and its influence on his own work reveals how cinema's visual language continues to evolve while remaining rooted in these foundational techniques of capturing light and life on film.🎬 Watch & Discover📺 Watch our Raw Conversation on YouTube👤 Meet Marcus Patterson: IMDb | Website | Instagram | Letterboxd🍿 Watch Sunfish: Screenings | Apple TV | Letterboxd🍿 Watch Days of Heaven: Apple TV | Amazon | Letterboxd📽️ Original Theatrical Trailer Support The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next ReelSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playli
About Movies We Like
Movies We Like with Andy Nelson & Pete Wright invites you inside the minds of Hollywood's finest artists as they share their favorite films and reveal the hidden magic that inspires their own award-winning work. Ever wonder how a cinematographer experiences Apocalypse Now? Or what a costume designer sees in Amélie that you might have missed?Each episode peels back the curtain on a beloved film through the unique lens of someone who's dedicated their life to the craft of moviemaking. Our guests include:Oscar-winning costume designersRenowned cinematographersInnovative production designersAward-winning editorsAccomplished actorsAnd other film industry virtuososWhether you're a die-hard cinephile or simply curious about how movies really get made, Movies We Like offers an education you won't find in film school.Release Schedule:<ul
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